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Ten Out Of 28 Benue Links Transport Passengers Remain In Kidnappers Custody

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Ten Out Of 28 Benue Links Transport Passengers Remain In Kidnappers Custody....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Mr. Omale Omale, the Benue State Commissioner for Power, Energy, and Transport, has confirmed that ten out of the 28 passengers who were abducted during an incident involving the Benue Links Transport Company on Sunday are still being held by their captors.

In a telephone interview on Tuesday, Omale provided an update on the situation. He noted that a total of 18 passengers and two drivers had been released unharmed.

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The incident occurred when a Lagos-bound vehicle was intercepted between Ajaokuta and Okene in Kogi on September 10.

“Thanks to the efforts of the Police in Kogi and the local vigilante in the area, we were able to secure the release of the two buses, drivers, and 18 passengers without any harm. They have safely arrived in Lagos,” the commissioner stated.

However, he disclosed that ten passengers remain in the custody of the kidnappers, with four from one bus and six from the other. These kidnappers have initiated contact with the victims’ families and are making various ransom demands.

Omale assured that the government is actively engaged with the families of the victims and is committed to ensuring the safe release of all passengers. He emphasized that security personnel are present to guarantee the passengers’ safe return.

Furthermore, the commissioner pledged that the Benue Links Transport Company would implement additional measures to enhance the security of its valued customers.

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